Haley's 12:34 Student Thesis Film
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12:34
What is this film about?
A heartbroken girl explores the depths of her subconscious through a sobering experience with God and the Devil.
This project is a true capstone of everything that I have learned during my four years at Hussian College: Los Angeles. I came into the school as a contemporary dancer from Florida and on May 7th I will be screening a project that I am directing, dancing and acting in at the Million Dollar Theater in Downtown Los Angeles.
Why Now?
This project is time sensitive. This project is about finding love within yourself. This project is taking that first deep breath in your darkest hour. This project is the first step to healing my own trauma. This project is a promise to myself. I can only tell this story truthfully while I'm still in it.
This story cannot be told without this insane crew of strong, creative WOMEN. This will be the first all female crew that any of us have ever been on, and many of us are learning new skills for the first time on this project. This is about personal growth for every single person involved and all of the department heads are looking to help elevate other young female artists to see their true potential.
Budget
Making movies is expensive, but together we can all create something magical! All money raised on this fundraiser will go towards taking care of the cast + crew, gear rentals, props, production design, costumes, transportation and location fees. Every penny truly counts for this project and sharing this fundraiser helps more than you know!
Donor Perks!
Every single person that contributes to this fundraiser will receive a “Special Thanks” in the credits of this film!
For donations of $2000 or more you will receive
- Producer Credit
- IMDB Credit
- Haley will collaborate with you on your next project as a director or producer.
Every penny truly counts for this production and it would mean the world if you could help us by donating and sharing this campaign with your family and friends! Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and I couldn’t be more excited and grateful to be exploring with this piece with each and every one of you!
THE DREAM TEAM
Haley Johnson / Writer / Director / Producer / Cast Member
Lauren Krikorian / 1st Assistant Director
Lauren Krikorian is an Armenian-American filmmaker who graduated from USC with a BFA in Film and Television Production. She has worked as a 1st AD on several independent films as well as in the AD department on a range shows and movies including Disney+'s "The Mandalorian" and "HBO's Silicon Valley". As an independent filmmaker, Lauren has written and directed several award winning shorts and enjoys all things Mid-Century America.
Jenna Huskisson / Director of Photography / Colorist
Jenna is a female-identifying director of photography based in Los Angeles. She prides herself in her ability to create informed visuals driven by character and story in both commercial and narrative work.
Aaliyah Mecca / Director's Assistant / Associate Producer
Aaliyah Mecca is a Los Angeles based storyteller and performance artist. Her creativity and passion moves her to explore art through a variety of mediums. Graduating from Hussian College with a BFA in acting, she’s launching her creative career with spunk and attitude.
Breanne White / Producer
Breanne Wilhite is a Wisconsin native who moved to Los Angeles in 2019 to attend Hussian College Los Angeles. Since then, she has worked in varying positions in sound, production design, and pre-production departments on over 20 independent films. She works to produce and assistant direct music videos and short films that express the desire to know, live, and grow in the human condition.
CAST
Jessica Nonny / Dancer / Actress / Artist
Jessica Nonny is a dynamic dancer, choreographer and actor who decided to bring her east coast flare to the west. With her quirky movement quality, eagerness to learn, and fierce passion for creating both in front of and behind the camera, Jessica is ready to take on any aspect of performance the industry throws at her.
Leah Grosjean / Dancer / Actress / Artist
Leah Grosjean is an artist of many trades including acting, dancing, teaching, creative direction, and content creation. East coast bred, Leah has the grit to do it all and do it well. She received her BFA in Commercial Dance in 2019 and has directed her focus from storytelling through movement to also storytelling through acting and film. Her philosophy behind creativity is to be not just one thing, but to be a million things all at once.
What is this film about?
A heartbroken girl explores the depths of her subconscious through a sobering experience with God and the Devil.
This project is a true capstone of everything that I have learned during my four years at Hussian College: Los Angeles. I came into the school as a contemporary dancer from Florida and on May 7th I will be screening a project that I am directing, dancing and acting in at the Million Dollar Theater in Downtown Los Angeles.
Why Now?
This project is time sensitive. This project is about finding love within yourself. This project is taking that first deep breath in your darkest hour. This project is the first step to healing my own trauma. This project is a promise to myself. I can only tell this story truthfully while I'm still in it.
This story cannot be told without this insane crew of strong, creative WOMEN. This will be the first all female crew that any of us have ever been on, and many of us are learning new skills for the first time on this project. This is about personal growth for every single person involved and all of the department heads are looking to help elevate other young female artists to see their true potential.
Budget
Making movies is expensive, but together we can all create something magical! All money raised on this fundraiser will go towards taking care of the cast + crew, gear rentals, props, production design, costumes, transportation and location fees. Every penny truly counts for this project and sharing this fundraiser helps more than you know!
Donor Perks!
Every single person that contributes to this fundraiser will receive a “Special Thanks” in the credits of this film!
For donations of $2000 or more you will receive
- Producer Credit
- IMDB Credit
- Haley will collaborate with you on your next project as a director or producer.
Every penny truly counts for this production and it would mean the world if you could help us by donating and sharing this campaign with your family and friends! Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and I couldn’t be more excited and grateful to be exploring with this piece with each and every one of you!
THE DREAM TEAM
Haley Johnson / Writer / Director / Producer / Cast Member
Lauren Krikorian / 1st Assistant Director
Lauren Krikorian is an Armenian-American filmmaker who graduated from USC with a BFA in Film and Television Production. She has worked as a 1st AD on several independent films as well as in the AD department on a range shows and movies including Disney+'s "The Mandalorian" and "HBO's Silicon Valley". As an independent filmmaker, Lauren has written and directed several award winning shorts and enjoys all things Mid-Century America.
Jenna Huskisson / Director of Photography / Colorist
Jenna is a female-identifying director of photography based in Los Angeles. She prides herself in her ability to create informed visuals driven by character and story in both commercial and narrative work.
Aaliyah Mecca / Director's Assistant / Associate Producer
Aaliyah Mecca is a Los Angeles based storyteller and performance artist. Her creativity and passion moves her to explore art through a variety of mediums. Graduating from Hussian College with a BFA in acting, she’s launching her creative career with spunk and attitude.
Breanne White / Producer
Breanne Wilhite is a Wisconsin native who moved to Los Angeles in 2019 to attend Hussian College Los Angeles. Since then, she has worked in varying positions in sound, production design, and pre-production departments on over 20 independent films. She works to produce and assistant direct music videos and short films that express the desire to know, live, and grow in the human condition.
CAST
Jessica Nonny / Dancer / Actress / Artist
Jessica Nonny is a dynamic dancer, choreographer and actor who decided to bring her east coast flare to the west. With her quirky movement quality, eagerness to learn, and fierce passion for creating both in front of and behind the camera, Jessica is ready to take on any aspect of performance the industry throws at her.
Leah Grosjean / Dancer / Actress / Artist
Leah Grosjean is an artist of many trades including acting, dancing, teaching, creative direction, and content creation. East coast bred, Leah has the grit to do it all and do it well. She received her BFA in Commercial Dance in 2019 and has directed her focus from storytelling through movement to also storytelling through acting and film. Her philosophy behind creativity is to be not just one thing, but to be a million things all at once.
Co-organizers (2)
Haley Johnson
Organizer
Los Angeles, CA
Breanne Wilhite
Co-organizer